High Fiber Brownies
Nutritional Info
- Servings Per Recipe: 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 146.3
- Total Fat: 3.0 g
- Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
- Sodium: 202.0 mg
- Total Carbs: 32.7 g
- Dietary Fiber: 9.2 g
- Protein: 6.1 g
View full nutritional breakdown of High Fiber Brownies calories by ingredient
Introduction
These brownies have a few secret ingredients that boost the nutrition, while the dark cocoa powder and mini chocolate chips keep the rich flavor that you crave in a brownie. These brownies have a few secret ingredients that boost the nutrition, while the dark cocoa powder and mini chocolate chips keep the rich flavor that you crave in a brownie.Number of Servings: 12
Ingredients
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1 (15.5-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed (or 1 1/2 cups cooked dried beans)
2 cups water
1/2 cup prunes
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup dark cocoa powder
1/2 cup oats
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 t salt
1 1/2 t baking powder
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Tips
I prefer the richer flavor of dark brown sugar, but you can use light if that's all you have.
Swap vanilla extract for almond or peppermint extract to alter the flavor. (If you use almond extract, mix in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or almonds to the batter. For minty brownies, add a couple of chopped candy canes.)
These have 6 g fiber and protein each--and just 3 g fat. This is a treat you can feel good about eating. The result is a thick, fudge-like brownie that's rich and delicious.
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Place the prunes in the bowl of a food processor and pulse a few times to start to break them down.
Add the black beans and process until smooth, adding a cup of the water in a steady stream to thin the mixture. The beans and prunes will be smooth with a few chunks.
Add the brown sugar and vanilla extract and pulse a few times to combine.
Add the oats, flour, salt and baking powder to the food processor and pulse until combined.
Add the remaining cup of water in a stream until a thick but smooth batter has formed. (You might not need all the water.)
Add the chocolate chips and pulse a few times to mix in.
Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray, then pour in the brownie batter.
Bake 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool before slicing into 12 brownies.
Note: For a party, slice into 24 brownies.
Place the prunes in the bowl of a food processor and pulse a few times to start to break them down.
Add the black beans and process until smooth, adding a cup of the water in a steady stream to thin the mixture. The beans and prunes will be smooth with a few chunks.
Add the brown sugar and vanilla extract and pulse a few times to combine.
Add the oats, flour, salt and baking powder to the food processor and pulse until combined.
Add the remaining cup of water in a stream until a thick but smooth batter has formed. (You might not need all the water.)
Add the chocolate chips and pulse a few times to mix in.
Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray, then pour in the brownie batter.
Bake 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool before slicing into 12 brownies.
Note: For a party, slice into 24 brownies.
Member Ratings For This Recipe
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52DIANE
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HEALTHYASHLEY
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LINZW3
I am going to try this recipe today.. a couple questions... first, is "t" teaspoon or tablespoon? (for salt and baking soda) Also, in the ingredient list it says baking soda; however, in the directions it says baking powder. As someone very new to cooking, I don't know which to use :) Help, please! - 3/17/10
Reply from STEPFANIER (3/17/10)
t always means teaspoon; T is tablespoon
I clarified the recipe; it should be baking powder.
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SHELLYUT
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FNOOOF
REALLY unappetizing, and I was so excited and love black beans: it just wasn't a brownie! :( Re-made substituting 3-4 bananas for the black beans and adding 1/4 cup regular sugar: much more of a treat! I'd rather have a smaller piece of something really yum than lots of something unsatisfying :) - 5/10/10
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LEGALGRL
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EIRASXERO11
Turned out Yummy! When I was making them I was worried because the batter tasted bitter, so added 1c. of chocolate chips instead of 1/2c. They are bitter sweet and great for people who find regular brownies too sweet. Directions leave out where to add dark cocoa powder - make sure you put it in. - 2/16/11
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BARBIERED
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NORASPAT
Thanks for this great high fiber recipe. I am always looking for them. I left out the chocolate chips. I wish I had kept them in will make again with chips. Good recipe for a special treat. Nice size so smaller 24 pcs will suffice, now I must freeze them to stop the urge to try again.Pat in Maine - 3/21/10
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MKGERALDS2
This is a recipe that I definately will never make again. They are brown in color and that is the only thing that makes them even resemble a brownie. My husband who loves brownies says that he will never eat another one of them. I even added some walnuts to the batter, hoping they would be better - 2/11/11
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JESSIE599
YUM! I am a person who thinks normal brownies are too sweet so this was PERFECT! But my whole family hated them. I loved the consistency. They were bitter sweet and wonderful. Do not be fooled, there is still some bean taste but oh do you get the chocolate taste. Not for everyone but give it a try! - 7/29/12
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GUNNADOITNOW
These are not like normal brownies which was good because they were not too sweet but I dont think I cooked them long enough. They tasted a bit raw. I have eaten one each day and I am getting more used to the flavour and they do make my chocolate cravings go away. noone else liked them though. - 3/13/12
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GOODONE4
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VICKI73160
What a yummy treat treat!! Thank you so much for the recipe. Such a health alternative with this recipe. The only thing I did different is process a banana, and some applesauce for added moisture and sweetness. I have a lactose and diabetic in the family so I am getting good at vegan recipes. Thanks - 1/24/12
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CD11431936
These are interesting! You don't need a whole bunch to be satisfied like your normal sweet. I would call them a sweet that doesn't make you feel guilty or bad. Very satisfying, with the little sugar in them, it curbs the sweet toothe. Great recipe! Reminds me more of good bread then a brownie. - 1/14/12
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WOOFGANG
I have been making Dr. Fuhrman's black bean brownies (adding 1/4 to 1/2 c of avocado for added creaminess and a dash of esspresso powder) but this recipe looks really good and maybe more "authentic" - looking forward to trying it. If you think too dry, try adding some avocado, should make great!
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SUNNYH99
I read the comments & got worried. Then I ate one & loved it! It looked pretty dry so I sifted powdered sugar over the top. DH liked it ok til I shared the secret ingredient (black beans; he knew about the prunes!). My food processor has a small bowl so I used the blender. I had to finish in a bowl. - 5/5/12
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